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Kanda Shrine (Kanda Myojin)
日本、〒101-0021 東京都千代田区外神田２丁目１６−２
Located in Sotokanda, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, this shrine's official name is Kanda Shrine. It is revered as the 'Head Guardian Shrine of Edo' and serves as the tutelary deity for 108 neighborhoods, including Kanda, Nihonbashi, Akihabara, Otemachi, and Marunouchi. The enshrined deities are Okuninushi-no-Mikoto (Daikoku), Sukuna-Hikona-no-Mikoto (Ebisu), and Taira no Masakado-no-Mikoto. Legend states that it was founded in 730 CE (Tenpyo 2) by the Mako-Kanda clan of Izumo. During the Sengoku period, the shrine was relocated to its current vicinity. In the Edo period, it received strong protection from the Tokugawa shogunate as the guardian of the 'front demon gate' of Edo Castle. The Kanda Matsuri festival was considered one of the 'World Festivals,' alongside the Sanno Matsuri, boasting the prestige of having its mikoshi (portable shrine) enter Edo Castle itself. The shrine will celebrate its 1300th anniversary in 2025 CE (Reiwa 7).
Enshrined deities
Okuninushi-no-Okami, Sukunabikona-no-Mikoto, Emperor Sutoku
History
Widely worshipped as the 'Head Guardian Shrine of Edo,' the Kanda Matsuri is one of the Three Great Festivals of Edo. The shrine is beloved as a deity for business prosperity, matchmaking, and disaster prevention.
Blessings
It is worshipped for blessings related to business prosperity and romantic luck (matchmaking).
What visitors say
This shrine is characterized by its solemn yet vibrant atmosphere despite being located in the city center. There are many points of interest, such as the vivid vermilion-painted shrine buildings, the Zuishinmon gate, and displayed mikoshi. The grounds are well-maintained. Modern elements are also incorporated, such as pre-written Goshuin (shrine seals) and collaborative ema (votive plaques) featuring anime, attracting many visitors.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Access
- 月曜日: 9時00分～16時00分
- 火曜日: 9時00分～16時00分
- 水曜日: 9時00分～16時00分
- 木曜日: 9時00分～16時00分
- 金曜日: 9時00分～16時00分
- 土曜日: 9時00分～16時00分
- 日曜日: 9時00分～16時00分
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode (first shrine visit of the year)
The chief guardian shrine of Edo. Famous for business prosperity and IT protection, attracting many corporate groups.
Known as the chief guardian shrine of Edo, it is revered for protecting business prosperity, matchmaking, and IT information security. It is venerated by 108 neighborhood associations in areas such as Kanda and Nihonbashi, and many corporate groups visit during Hatsumode.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Chief guardian shrine of Edo
- ・Business prosperity and IT protection
- ・Daikoku-sama and Ebisu-sama
- Mid-May (main festival held every other year)Kanda Matsuri (Kanda Festival)
One of Japan's Three Great Festivals and Edo's Three Great Festivals. Mikoshi (portable shrines) parade through 108 neighborhood associations.
One of Japan's Three Great Festivals and Edo's Three Great Festivals. This Edo festival features mikoshi parading through the 108 neighborhood associations in areas such as Kanda, Nihonbashi, Otemachi, and Marunouchi. The main festival is held grandly every other year (odd-numbered years in the Gregorian calendar).
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Grand procession of the Shinko-sai (Divine Procession)
- ・Mikoshi-miyairi (Entrance of the portable shrine)
- ・Main festival held every other year (odd years)
- June 30Nagoshi-no-Omukae (Midsummer Purification Rite)
A Shinto rite to purge the impurities of the first half of the year by passing through a reed ring.
Participants pass through a chinowa (reed ring) to purify the sins and impurities of the first half of the year, praying for health and safety in the second half.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Chinowa-kuguri (passing through a reed ring)
- ・Prayers for health and safety
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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